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California State Wi-Fi Security Bill Sent to Governor

Sarah Jane Tribble writes in The Mercury News:

The days of easily stealing wireless Internet access from your neighbor may soon be over.

The state Assembly on Tuesday approved rules requiring wireless manufacturers, such as laptop makers, to instruct consumers on how to step up security measures and stop would-be piggybackers from accessing their personal networks. The bill, which the governor is expected to sign, would take effect in January.

If piggybackers or hackers gained access to your network, they could post and distribute illegal information, such as child pornography. More sophisticated hackers could use the access to scan all your personal files and programs, said Ken Baylor, director of market development and strategic alliances at McAfee, the Santa Clara-based anti-virus software maker.

posted by Fergie @ 8/29/2006 06:59:00 PM